LFR16 - Toronto Maple Leafs vs. Florida Panthers Series Preview

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  • Steve Dangle previews the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs series between the Florida Panthers and Toronto Maple Leafs. How do these two teams matchup? Will this be an easy series for the Leafs?
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  • @newwavegrave
    @newwavegrave ปีที่แล้ว +974

    First leafs 2nd round preview in your channel’s history! Congrats!

    • @kingcorey9762
      @kingcorey9762 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      Lmfao ikr I been a sub of Steve dangle since the days he first started and I would of never thought this would happen 😄

    • @kylestoddart
      @kylestoddart ปีที่แล้ว

      Except of course when he live streamed the Habs to the finals. Wearing a habs jersey. FUCKING SELL OUT. But in todays homeschooled generation... we still love you Dangle

    • @tylerlf3922
      @tylerlf3922 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I would like this comment but you’re at exactly 69 likes

    • @RichMulholland
      @RichMulholland ปีที่แล้ว +10

      FIrst leafs second round preview in TH-cam HISTORY :)

    • @olafbigandglad
      @olafbigandglad ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hell, the last time they were in the finals there was barely colour tv.

  • @infinity-vm4ul
    @infinity-vm4ul ปีที่แล้ว +353

    I can tell Steve enjoyed every second of making this video.

    • @petermendez6897
      @petermendez6897 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      i paused this video randomly at 23 seconds and i noticed that at that exact moment it proves your point perfectly.

  • @hydero555
    @hydero555 ปีที่แล้ว +83

    Dude has over 1200 videos and this is his first time doing this... insane

    • @SamuelDuplessis12
      @SamuelDuplessis12 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He's covered a 2nd round before on the channel but this is the first time he's covered a leafs 2nd round on the channel.

    • @BurtTurbo
      @BurtTurbo ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@SamuelDuplessis12 no shit.

    • @SamuelDuplessis12
      @SamuelDuplessis12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@BurtTurbo shut up bud, maybe this guy doesn't know, not everyone has been watching since childhood like the rest of us.

    • @justjohnny420
      @justjohnny420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@SamuelDuplessis12 TH-cam didn't exist the last time the leafs made it to the 2nd round. It should be given it's the first leafs 2nd round on the channel

    • @hydero555
      @hydero555 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@SamuelDuplessis12 nah I'm aware, he's been covering other teams' playoffs since 2009

  • @mathewjack9750
    @mathewjack9750 ปีที่แล้ว +88

    Im getting tired of everyone only talking about the top 3 centers. Kamf has been unbelievable. He erases opposing offense. He's a beast when he's using his body along the wall. He was below 50% on faceoffs against the lightning, but he faced top competition and he was at 51.5% over the regular season. Underratedly important to this team on the PK and allowing Keefe to get Matthews out against weaker competition.

    • @wandregisel6385
      @wandregisel6385 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Honestly, I've always talked about Kampf, I feel like he's been reliable throughout the regular season and playoffs of the last two seasons; even when we're playing bad, it's hard to find anything to criticize about him. But he should be flying under the radar for two reasons: he's doing his job of being a shut down centre, and the big guys are delivering.

    • @rickma6363
      @rickma6363 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I remember when the Leafs picked up Kamf and I knew he was on the Blackhawks. Analyst said he doesn't score much and he also doesn't get scored on. Nothing happens when he is on the ice for the offense or defence. That's the type of player the Leafs need in the playoffs . He does so many small things that go unnoticed.

    • @mathewjack9750
      @mathewjack9750 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @Wandregisel just too bad that everything he does goes unnoticed. He's elite at everything he's good at. Just doesn't show up on the score sheet.

    • @SverigeiSverige
      @SverigeiSverige ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Kämpf

    • @mathewjack9750
      @mathewjack9750 ปีที่แล้ว

      @CWS and TKP 66-02 Every single game! One of Torontos most consistent players over the last 2 years. He goes underrated though

  • @Guafarina
    @Guafarina ปีที่แล้ว +152

    As a Panthers fan, all I can hope for is a great series, I’m already proud of what this team did. With that said, obviously wanna win. May the best team advance, either way, both fan bases needed this.

    • @KA-gy3lz
      @KA-gy3lz ปีที่แล้ว +4

      🤝

    • @cams040
      @cams040 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      That's the most civil comment I've seen I awhile from a fan from Florida . I don't mean to disrespect you nor your states au contraire I applaud you my friend.

    • @muchmuschik444
      @muchmuschik444 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      hats off too you sir may we all see great hockey together lol GO LEAFS GO,,

    • @jeffreyd3174
      @jeffreyd3174 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Thank you for handing Boston their biggest choke in NHL history.
      - Every Leafs fan.

    • @laggers54
      @laggers54 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I thought Boston would win but I thought it would be close panthers were president trophy winners last year. Another big test for Keefe too, Maurice is a great coach.

  • @BoxingFan699
    @BoxingFan699 ปีที่แล้ว +72

    panthers fan here! it’s gonna be a close one
    Morgan Freeman: it was not a close one….

    • @benjaminwellington8297
      @benjaminwellington8297 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      Leafs fan. Thanks for beating Bahstan. Hope this series is great.

    • @michaeldilley2544
      @michaeldilley2544 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      And lots of goals

    • @aidandunne5978
      @aidandunne5978 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Tampa fan here. It's gonna be great! I'm not sure how it's gonna go.... But with Bobrovsky on one end and Matthew Tkachuck on the other, I'm expecting a lot of 7-6 final scores!

    • @gagestandingready1472
      @gagestandingready1472 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Leafs fan here, I think we're both in for a treat.

    • @brandontownsend2756
      @brandontownsend2756 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You guys exist?

  • @matthewweber5265
    @matthewweber5265 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Panthers fan here. Fancy seeing you guys here. We’re new here ourselves 🤣

    • @troublesomerocky9783
      @troublesomerocky9783 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You got to the second round last year

    • @evanberner
      @evanberner ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@troublesomerocky9783 and before that we didn't get the second round since 1996.

    • @wakemiamigreatagain
      @wakemiamigreatagain ปีที่แล้ว

      @Milanche377 Me Too

  • @justinmiller5660
    @justinmiller5660 ปีที่แล้ว +122

    as a florida panthers fan i just want to say THANK YOU for being respectful of the panthers. no one else in the hockey world is being a level headed about this series. its really nice to see someone who, while still being a major fan of their team, shows respect for the opposition. best of luck in the coming series. i just hope it goes to 7 because exciting hockey it good for everyone.

    • @Firearcher4
      @Firearcher4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      I'm a Leafs fan. If Florida beat Boston they can beat my Leafs. Either team can win this series. I have no clue who will win it. It comes down to officiating, puck luck and effort.

    • @kriskay5020
      @kriskay5020 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The Panthers beat the Bruins, they can beat anyone

    • @jnerdsblog
      @jnerdsblog ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Anybody trashing on the team that took out a HISTORICALLY STRONG Bruins team ain't thinking straight. Complete respect from this 'Caniac.

    • @ericwatson3
      @ericwatson3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Leaf fan here and I expect this to be a battle, one I hope we win but don’t expect we win. Game by game, round by round.

    • @thecrownedclownlebouffonco7945
      @thecrownedclownlebouffonco7945 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes he is unbiased, and an excellent analyzer.

  • @thrash208
    @thrash208 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Honestly Steve is turning me into a Leafs fan. I love watching Leafs games with him its so much fun.

    • @kimmotoivari
      @kimmotoivari ปีที่แล้ว +13

      I can relate to that so deeply. I was happy to just cheer for my Finnish countrymen and see how far their teams would go, but during this season I noticed that before going to see how my fellow Finns had been doing, I checked if Leafs had had any games and felt happy if they had won. The closer we got to the end of the season, the more I noticed how I began hoping that Leafs would go to the second round.
      I've never seen a full NHL game before I started watching them during these playoffs.
      Of course the first game I saw was that 5th game they lost, but that's the initiation rite, I guess 😂
      But yeah, I'm a Leafs fan. I can feel it in my spine. This team is the one.

    • @salavecis2
      @salavecis2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Steve made me into a Leafs fan. Happened a long time ago, but yeah, it was all Steve's doing.

    • @cparry6250
      @cparry6250 ปีที่แล้ว

      "Evil Dead Voice " Join Us .......

    • @simonroy2123
      @simonroy2123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That explains your username

    • @kimmotoivari
      @kimmotoivari ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@simonroy2123 , yay, pointless hate.

  • @letsmakeit110
    @letsmakeit110 ปีที่แล้ว +45

    I'll be rooting for whoever makes it out of this to win the whole thing. Both fanbases been through a lot these last couple decades. Cheers to good health and good hockey
    t. Panthers fan

    • @Nikkerman
      @Nikkerman ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Nice profile pic, and yeah you guys both deserve this one!

  • @Bluejayhunt
    @Bluejayhunt ปีที่แล้ว +122

    Yoooooo was starving for more Leafs content. Just been watching the Tavares goal on repeat. Let’s goooooo!!!

    • @odizz2k11
      @odizz2k11 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yeah me too

    • @NLSNcs
      @NLSNcs ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@vegan11yearsbodybuilder you aren't even convinced it's gonna be 4-0 you literally replied to someone else on this video saying 4-1 just say you're a salty bruins fan

    • @bullet996
      @bullet996 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@vegan11yearsbodybuilder if anything it should be rigged for the leafs lmao... imagine that, a meme team winning the cup and upsetting literally everyone especially all the gamblers.
      If you want to rig a team then rig the team that'll bring in the most profits.

    • @thatoneskierdude4410
      @thatoneskierdude4410 ปีที่แล้ว

      the goal wasn't even that good it was lucky
      still, props to the leafs for FINALLY making it

  • @christopherhaumann7670
    @christopherhaumann7670 ปีที่แล้ว +213

    This is not what I expected as a 2nd round match, but I'll take it! Even as a hardcore Caps fan, I did not want to see Steve witness another 1st round exit. Hope the Leafs get the cup this year!!

    • @StarFyreXXX
      @StarFyreXXX ปีที่แล้ว +10

      For that comment you are the favorite person on the internet for the day:) hehehe

    • @italianstallion6929
      @italianstallion6929 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I’m not the only caps fan that has a huge soft spot for the leafs.

    • @andrewpett2856
      @andrewpett2856 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@italianstallion6929 we love both of you guys!

    • @booksandbirbs
      @booksandbirbs ปีที่แล้ว

      Same! Caps all the way but I am such a Steve fan that I’m a bit of a leafs fan too.

    • @bens.7523
      @bens.7523 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Even though the Caps eliminated the Leafs the year before, I was cheering for you guys in 2018 You deserved that win! It's nice to see the Caps fans are returning the favour!

  • @rickygonzalez3152
    @rickygonzalez3152 ปีที่แล้ว +91

    Its about time we finally get to see an LFR video with "Round 2, Game 1" in the title.

  • @Sathtana
    @Sathtana ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I love how we have literally nothing bad to say, because the panthers are just a pretty solid team. They fought like hell, and here we are. A ton of respect was gained from me when those boys pulled it off, and I can't say anything other than I'm proud of that fight. Great game, and I hope that, no matter how this series goes, we are treated to some fantastic hockey.

  • @ezechielladouceur7284
    @ezechielladouceur7284 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    Habs fan here. With my wife we decided to watch the Leafs in the series since the CH is not a series team. We are rooting HARD for you guys ! All Canadian final Leafs-Oilers is our wish.
    Leafs in 5 BABY !

    • @technerd9655
      @technerd9655 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love this! Thanks! I've said for a long time I'll gladly cheer for the Habs if the Leafs are out (and ideally not the ones who knocked Leafs out). But cheer for the Sens? Not gonna happen till they earn it...gotta beat my Leafs in the playoffs at least once. Always got weird looks, even from other Leafs fans.

    • @ezechielladouceur7284
      @ezechielladouceur7284 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@technerd9655 Hahaha ! Same ! I'm not gonna root for the sens ! Unless they're in a series against Boston or the Bolts (I still didn't digest the final 2 years ago lol)
      BTW Thanks to the leaf for winning ! And it was 4-1 ! XD

    • @ratedRblazin420
      @ratedRblazin420 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      This aged well

    • @ezechielladouceur7284
      @ezechielladouceur7284 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ratedRblazin420 well I got the in 5 part dead on xD but yeah... We were let down by our 2nd team. Now I know a little bit about being a Leafs fan.
      And I'll tell you... The Habs have had their frustrating moments in recent years with all the Bergevin stuff but at least I have a cup Final to remember and 2 conference finals since 2004. I don't think I will change "ship" anytime soon.

  • @chabbonno4227
    @chabbonno4227 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Steve dangle is like: Wait... I've never been so far in my videos with the leafs😂
    Best of the luck to the Leafs 🤞

  • @eduardomora9586
    @eduardomora9586 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    I'm so sad about the Bolts losing... but I'm legit excited about these next series. This is like one of those new movies that no one hears about and ends up sweeping awards in any film festival. Love watching your stuff, subscribed, and ready to watch your commentary!

  • @marcusberggren9241
    @marcusberggren9241 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this preview is hilarious after 2 games tbh. can't wait to hear your thoughts on the 2nd game.

    • @bsfm6990
      @bsfm6990 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It get better at 3

    • @marcusberggren9241
      @marcusberggren9241 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bsfm6990 oh it does! Just saw

  • @itsdan722
    @itsdan722 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    As a Leafs fan from England, i honestly dont know what to expect, all i know is I'm still absolutely buzzing from round 1 and I'm also climbing the bloody walls with anxiety about round 2, GLG 💙💙

    • @DR.DisInfect
      @DR.DisInfect ปีที่แล้ว

      Expect to get throttled

  • @marcarvalho86
    @marcarvalho86 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I don't know if I necessarily agree with your Gio+Tkachuk take. If there are 2 players on the Leafs that will know how to play Tkachuk, to me, it's Brodie and Giordano. Not to mention that they have a ton of knowledge on his center, Sam Bennett's game.

  • @stephenphillips6245
    @stephenphillips6245 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Florida's transition and puck possession abilities are underated. Hectic passes that get away from the opposition were prevalent.
    . against Boston.

  • @thereaversden6847
    @thereaversden6847 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    I gotta say Leafs in 6, maybe even 7. Florida is not to be underestimated. Both teams are running on highs and while early in the series Toronto should have an edge, for the last couple seasons Florida have been the comeback kids with a never say die attitude. They are dangerous when they are down. Gonna be some series... Really hoping we can see the ECF this year, but time will tell as always.
    Special teams will likely be the difference.
    Go Leafs Go!

    • @walle7284
      @walle7284 ปีที่แล้ว

      Cats in 7 honestly.
      They are hot coming in and MT19 is a monster at the moment

    • @thereaversden6847
      @thereaversden6847 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@walle7284 I would agree if it weren't for their PK and PP being so so. But their PK is 60% as opposed to Toronto's 73%, and Power play is close, 78% to 75% in favor of the Leafs. Florida also picks up more penalty minutes so I think that could come back to haunt them this series.

    • @masonwright7700
      @masonwright7700 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@thereaversden6847 Florida beat Boston. Toronto is screwed

    • @zachlesk5685
      @zachlesk5685 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@masonwright7700 hey someone actually got it right

    • @masonwright7700
      @masonwright7700 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thereaversden6847cats in 4

  • @neilybobber694
    @neilybobber694 ปีที่แล้ว +49

    As a Tampa fan, I have told my self this. It could be a lot worse, I could be a Boston fan lol
    I'd rather lose to the leafs than the panthers lol
    Best of luck to the both of you guys!

    • @bodhithomas5684
      @bodhithomas5684 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Lightning’s loss was nowhere near as bad, they at least have recent cups, and their future (for a few years) is much better than Boston lmfao

    • @neilybobber694
      @neilybobber694 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@bodhithomas5684 100% agree. We have had our runs, time for some new blood to have there's

    • @undrkvr99
      @undrkvr99 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed! Also it's spelled lose not loose

    • @neilybobber694
      @neilybobber694 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@undrkvr99 ya my auto type is awful and I don't double check it lol

    • @internal2896
      @internal2896 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bodhithomas5684 Bruins were 3-1 without Bergeron and Krejci just saying

  • @jessiejeff4621
    @jessiejeff4621 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    SO HAPPY FOR YOU STEVE!!

  • @vietxtran1
    @vietxtran1 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    I want to congrats the Panthers for eliminating the Bruins and celebrate with their fans for making it to the 2nd round cause its a great day for us both. Tomorrow we'll be enemies but today is a day for us to celebrate together.

    • @Choochill
      @Choochill ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was nice!

  • @thrash208
    @thrash208 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I think this is going to be the most wholesome series in playoffs history, literally two teams genuinely happy to play eachother

    • @dylanroach3022
      @dylanroach3022 ปีที่แล้ว +31

      Wholesome until they literally try to commit murder on the ice

    • @kirkster72
      @kirkster72 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Until the puck drops in Game 1

    • @theevilascotcompany9255
      @theevilascotcompany9255 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      That wholesome attitude ends when Matt Tkachuk steps on the ice.

    • @awwwshucks443
      @awwwshucks443 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Tkachuk has entered the chat.

    • @frazierking2035
      @frazierking2035 ปีที่แล้ว

      I'd agree if Tkachuk wasn't in it.

  • @adammcivor6603
    @adammcivor6603 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Finally we get to see Steve's playoff barba!

  • @matfinlay2588
    @matfinlay2588 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    I really wanna see the Leafs go to the SCF.. not just for a chance at the cup (obv) but to see how far Mitch can get with his facial hair

    • @BunnEFartz
      @BunnEFartz ปีที่แล้ว

      Mat Finlay 🤣🤣🤣My wife has better. And don't tell her I wrote this.

    • @NLSNcs
      @NLSNcs ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@Bunn E. Fartz how could we tell someone who's imaginary something like that

    • @curtisdoherty6440
      @curtisdoherty6440 ปีที่แล้ว

      He’s probably not a type of guy to even grow one if he could

    • @zachlesk5685
      @zachlesk5685 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@curtisdoherty6440 and he’s not gonna get the chance down 3-0 to the cats 😂😭

  • @vangoghsear8657
    @vangoghsear8657 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Leafs got to treat them like they're playing the Bruins. This series isn't going to be easy like many are saying it is.

    • @profdave2861
      @profdave2861 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Anyone who says the second round is easy, regardless of which team you play, is foolish. ANY team that makes it through the first round has the potential to go all the way to the Stanley Cup.

    • @Polycodone
      @Polycodone ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Don't worry man there's a lot of us Leaf fans that know what the Panthers can do. I feel sorry for anyone underestimating them right now because they'll be in for a shock

  • @bobbiedylan9758
    @bobbiedylan9758 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    It’s weird seeing this dude this happy in May 😂

  • @highvoltagemedia7150
    @highvoltagemedia7150 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m a massive panthers fan living in Fort Lauderdale and I’ve been a fan of yours since last year, Steve. Thanks for this objective preview. Gonna be a great series!

  • @shaneturner1809
    @shaneturner1809 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    You make being a Leaf fan feel fun again

  • @jamestyndale6388
    @jamestyndale6388 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    My quick take is Leafs in 6, but Florida could steal this as they will be coming in with confidence and momentum (who wouldn't after beating the Presidents Trophy winner and turning them into a meme).

  • @duckymans7604
    @duckymans7604 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I'm excited for this round! Have to say, one of the most exciting playoff series so far. Still hate the playoff format, but this is the exception to the rule

  • @EmitRelevart
    @EmitRelevart ปีที่แล้ว +2

    3:40 I'd rather have Lafferty in there than Kerfoot any day. Other than the one game winning goal, Kerfoot has a hard time finishing (at least, that's what she said), and isn't as tough to play against as Lafferty, both are about as fast I suppose.
    Having Liljegren with Gio will help Gio a lot due to Liljegren's speed (Holl's slowness just compounded Gio's slowness... not a good pair, and I don't like the idea of Holl playing period).

  • @gregorymesa5408
    @gregorymesa5408 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Good luck as a panthers fan, watch out for our third line looking forward to seeing it go toe to toe with your third line

  • @86beeks
    @86beeks ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I just realized, we might get to see how crazy Steve’s playoff beard can get…

  • @Chard-O
    @Chard-O ปีที่แล้ว +67

    Panthers fan here. Looking forward to this series. The Panthers soft spot is our inability to stay out of the box and subsequently kill off penalties.

    • @colinnugent6580
      @colinnugent6580 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      What’s your thoughts about your team banning leafs fans from attending the game? Sounds like they are scared of having leafs fans in the building because they know they will outnumber the panthers fans.

    • @whitepaws60
      @whitepaws60 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That could certainly be a fatal flaw against the leafs. It will definitely be a good series

    • @petsur
      @petsur ปีที่แล้ว +7

      I’ll tell you what, I’ve never seen such biased refs as Florida had to put up with. The refs were just horrible last night.

    • @sofsings101
      @sofsings101 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@petsur Please stop with the ref talk. It's ruining the game of hockey.

    • @gregorymesa5408
      @gregorymesa5408 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@colinnugent6580 I wonder if having more fans wins you the cup? Hasn’t worked for the leafs in 50 something years so maybe you need more fans? Not sure but you keep trying

  • @jasonmarchant4525
    @jasonmarchant4525 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Panthers Fan here wishing the leafs good luck and whoever wins I hope wins the cup

    • @bunsw2070
      @bunsw2070 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You won't be sounding so gracious after Matthews has laid a few beatings on Tkachuk. Fists of Fury. Did you hear about his altercation with Stamkos? Legendary! The team is sending him to Mike Tyson's "Fight Club" training camp this summer. He'll be even scarier next year. Unless he breaks a hand.

    • @jasonmarchant4525
      @jasonmarchant4525 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bunsw2070 hahaha

    • @oldsrocket8841
      @oldsrocket8841 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bunsw2070 LOL. Mathews isn't even known as a fighter while Tkachuk already has a compilation of fights. Tkachuk would destroy him.

  • @mayhem2906
    @mayhem2906 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Never thought i’d see steve make this video

  • @bradleynaismith6858
    @bradleynaismith6858 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Congrats on your first-ever second round preview!!
    Question: have you ever considered switching up jerseys for stream and LFRs, like wearing the blue jersey for home games and the white jersey for road games?

  • @noahj.1232
    @noahj.1232 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Moneypuck predicted a very close Bruins-Panthers series! It still had the Bruins winning but not by much--really impressed with their statistical predictions!

  • @JOJOHARI
    @JOJOHARI ปีที่แล้ว +5

    ❤🎉 Thank you so much John Tavares for getting us here. Tavares is at his best! Go Leafs Go Leafs Go Leafs! ❤🎉

  • @ericroszkowski2500
    @ericroszkowski2500 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Congrats Steve!

  • @Polycodone
    @Polycodone ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What i love most is how both teams and their fans mostly seem to have a mutual respect for each other. This is gonna be amazing and i cannot wait to get home from work tomorrow!!!

    • @zachlesk5685
      @zachlesk5685 ปีที่แล้ว

      Absolutely not I hate the leafs especially that bum of a captain Tavares… still haven’t forgiven him for eliminating the cats in 2016 after 2 blatant missed tripping calls in the final minute of regulation. Pajama boy gonna get what he deserves along w the rest of the Maple Laffs, fucking joke of a franchise

  • @nggyunglyd2374
    @nggyunglyd2374 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Honestly, the Leafs need to continue with that speed they had with Tampa and continue dealing out hits. Something else I feel benefits the leafs is that ability to shield the opposing goalie, like they did with Vassy. If they can do that against arguably the best goalie of the last couple years, they can surely do it against Tampa and get the W in I estimate to be 6 games

  • @christianvail7399
    @christianvail7399 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    As a bruins fan forever, never thought I’d be rooting for the leafs but go get ‘em boys!

    • @Halo3clanFSOG
      @Halo3clanFSOG ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I feel like I had a stroke reading that, my brain refuses to comprehend this entire situation lol. Thank you for standing behind us, would be awesome for the Leafs to finally bring the cup back to Canada

  • @wheatgerm
    @wheatgerm ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Should be a fun series but the Leafs absolutely cannot underestimate Florida especially if Bobrovsky stays in form

    • @eberkovich
      @eberkovich ปีที่แล้ว

      Interestingly, Bobrovsky had not been much in form. It may have to do with all the weapons Bruins had to throw at him, but his numbers were downright average.

    • @jimharle6217
      @jimharle6217 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Bobrovsky is a giant killer. Tampa with the blue jackets, Boston with Florida

    • @ryandiapoules8862
      @ryandiapoules8862 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eberkovich he also started in the middle of the series after not playing for over a month. He’ll be fine

    • @eberkovich
      @eberkovich ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ryandiapoules8862 He hasn't been fine for 4 years. He follows a great game with 4 very mediocre ones.

    • @ryandiapoules8862
      @ryandiapoules8862 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@eberkovich he actually had a stretch from Jan to late Feb where he led all goalies in stats. Then he got sick and Lyon took over

  • @Chub-Chub_The_Third
    @Chub-Chub_The_Third ปีที่แล้ว +26

    As a habs fan I feel disgusted saying this but Go Leafs Go I want that 17th overall pick

    • @pumpkin_eater6916
      @pumpkin_eater6916 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wouldn’t the panthers place from 5th to 8th place if they lose the series? (Depending on who loses their series first)

    • @newtrystan3533
      @newtrystan3533 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@pumpkin_eater6916 no its only the conference finals who influencess drafts picks

    • @ericstefko4852
      @ericstefko4852 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      LOL that must have taken a lot out of you to say that,, thanks Bro

    • @oldsrocket8841
      @oldsrocket8841 ปีที่แล้ว

      Also as a Habs fan, I'll sacrifice the draft pick to see the Leafs choke just like they did against us a couple years ago.

    • @Choochill
      @Choochill ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@oldsrocket8841 There ya go! A difference in class for habs fans.

  • @frenchfrey65
    @frenchfrey65 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Just the fact alone that your leafs are NOT playing the Bruins gives your guys a HUGE chance to make a cup run now! Best of luck!

  • @GKall-tw4dp
    @GKall-tw4dp ปีที่แล้ว +4

    As a bruins fan, finish what we could not. Go Leafs go!

  • @thewholegiraffe1841
    @thewholegiraffe1841 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I think the (potential) Tkachuck - Knies matchup is gonna be important. Both big netfront presence guys, both can score, honestly if I'm Keefe I staple the two together as often as possible

  • @BunnEFartz
    @BunnEFartz ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You absolutely cannot underestimate the team that knocked off the Cup favorite who had an historic season. This is not going to be some cakewalk.

  • @timmylosthishead
    @timmylosthishead ปีที่แล้ว

    The weird balance of the "THEY LOST TO A ZAMBONI DRIVER" video in the suggestions next to this video. The 2 faces of Mr. Dangle. lol

  • @blairogden3447
    @blairogden3447 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    This series should be a good one as a leafs fan we have beaten Florida this season they are a good team leafs in six I feel like we are better on the power play and penalty kill good luck Florida may the best team win

    • @robclarkson3697
      @robclarkson3697 ปีที่แล้ว

      The power play could be the decider. At times over the last two seasons I’ve been like it’s fine, it wasn’t intentional tripping. We don’t want the power play.

  • @robbrown8082
    @robbrown8082 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My 87 year old mother, who cheers for the Leafs, got admitted to the hospital with vertigo on Saturday. I told her it took a trip to the hospital to help them win a playoff series. She reminded me the last time she was in the hospital was when she gave birth to me which was in 1967.

  • @ofcool
    @ofcool ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A youtuber called coach chippy nearly perfectly predicted the first round for the east

  • @SamuelDuplessis12
    @SamuelDuplessis12 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My family and I went to Disney during the 2016 Tampa/MTL series, we were thinking about going and turned out you had to be a Florida resident to go so this restriction of Canadian fans going to games in Sunrise isn't a first for Florida hockey.

  • @Adam-nq6yi
    @Adam-nq6yi ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ayyy I'm here for it. Finally!! Second round hockey

  • @JacobAaron97
    @JacobAaron97 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cats fan here, just found your channel. Like you said: “hey, look at us?!” Should be fun! Let’s go

  • @wolvves4293
    @wolvves4293 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    So pumped, can't wait to see how far the Leafs can take it this season.
    Hopefully all the way!

    • @kenludlow7391
      @kenludlow7391 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I can't help but hope for an Oilers/Leafs final.

    • @thrash208
      @thrash208 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      ​@@kenludlow7391 The country will be torn apart

    • @kenludlow7391
      @kenludlow7391 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@thrash208 It will be like Maroon/Schenn. All out war until the final horn, then nothing but respect and smiles. I can picture them going out for a beer after game 6.

    • @thrash208
      @thrash208 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@kenludlow7391 "Theyll go for a beer" if theres not rioting in the streets😂

    • @CS97660
      @CS97660 ปีที่แล้ว

      Spoiler, it's been a week and they still haven't won a game since.
      Hahahahahahahah

  • @jasonpaul4308
    @jasonpaul4308 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    FIRST 2nd ROUND SERIES PREVIEW!!! WOOOO!!!! this is uncharted territory....how exciting!! maybe Steve starts wearing mittens during these LFR...we don't know! We've never been here!!

  • @ajtay1
    @ajtay1 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    honestly it’s really weird not seeing you in your toronto jersey

  • @mikebucsis3579
    @mikebucsis3579 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Steve, first want to congratulate you on your first second round run for your channel! Just want to say I do have cable and I had the opportunity to watch the leafs games on there, but I instead watched all the game on your TH-cam channel because you definitely make watching the leafs so much better. My wife does not watch hockey at all on TV but you have made her a fan now and it’s all do to you! She kept asking when the next game was going to be on because she loves watching the game with you commentating!
    Take care of yourself, congratulations again!

  • @flyingfluffyhockey
    @flyingfluffyhockey ปีที่แล้ว +3

    9:07 - I picked the Panthers in 7 in OT from Swaggy...although I am not major media, just the guy running a YT channel.

  • @matsinaguglia2275
    @matsinaguglia2275 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It feels so good to actually be watching a round 2 leafs preview

  • @rc9745
    @rc9745 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Panther fan-
    During the Boston series I watched their fan podcasts to see the mindset so I figured I would do the same for the Leafs. Look forward to a great season and your shows 🤙🏽

    • @bunsw2070
      @bunsw2070 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      What? Did you come here to find our secrets? Matthews is a stone cold killer. Take that back with you.

    • @rc9745
      @rc9745 ปีที่แล้ว

      @bunsw lol I just like to know the opponents mindset and opinions on each game. And after doing it for the Bruins, (you could imagine how I enjoyed the cliff fall from game 5 to 6 to 7), felt like doing it again lol.

    • @Northerngirl15
      @Northerngirl15 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don’t know any Boston podcasts, but I can promise you there’s only one Steve Dangle, nobody rivals his knowledge & enthusiasm

    • @Choochill
      @Choochill ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Welcome to the danglehood! Leaf fans have a mindset dominated by fear, anguish and anxiety. Beyond those, we are hopeful, excited, and desperate for success. An appearance in a SCF could result in a spike in cardiovascular emergencies, and a cup would make us explode. You'll love watching Steve's LFR videos after every game. He'll show you the mindset.

  • @mysticmac4017
    @mysticmac4017 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Steve I just want to say your videos have made me a bigger fan than I could have ever imagined.

  • @christopherrego8706
    @christopherrego8706 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    It's not a done deal, not by a long shot, but out of the 8 teams remaining (including either NY or NJ) I actually like TO's chances of winning a cup. The Tampa series made me nervous but they did it, and with Boston and Colorado out of it, I think they have a legit shot.

    • @Choochill
      @Choochill ปีที่แล้ว +2

      They do, but the franchise has baggage, and they've struggled gigantically with breaking through. This year is different, but Leafs fans know to guard our hearts. This roster is pretty deep, and if they all show up, they're a scary team! Anything can happen.

    • @tazztower44
      @tazztower44 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Choochill this team is crazy scary on so many levels..when you have lads in their 90's saying this is the best Leafs team they ever saw,it really sinks in..wish my dad was still around to see this ..he called mitch marner a superstar back in 2017,said the kid was special

  • @kenludlow7391
    @kenludlow7391 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I predict the Leafs in 5 or 6. The Panthers are a tough gritty team that won't make it easy but they are worn down from an incredibly tough 1st round and only had a standard 1 day off between rounds. The Leafs had the extra day rest and didn't seem as worn out by the 1st round.

  • @hannabis80
    @hannabis80 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I picked Florida in 7 in my playoff bracket challenge. I also picked Leafs in 4 and didn't change it after they lost the first game... So...

  • @andrewsheehy9938
    @andrewsheehy9938 ปีที่แล้ว

    In the 1st Season of LFR, Paul Maurice was the Head Coach of the Toronto Maple Leafs. In the 16th LFR Season, Paul Maurice is the Head Coach of the Florida Panthers in the Eastern Conference Semifinal against the Toronto Maple Leafs. Maurice is the 1st Former Maple Leafs Head Coach to face the Maple Leafs in a Playoff Series since Roger Neilson in the 1999 Eastern Conference Quarterfinal when the Maple Leafs faced the Philadelphia Flyers.

  • @MrMccarthycdxx
    @MrMccarthycdxx ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Leafs in 5 is my call. Still in disbelief that we get to watch leafs 2nd round hockey.

  • @GuitarLessonsBobbyCrispy
    @GuitarLessonsBobbyCrispy ปีที่แล้ว

    When was the last time the Leafs played two teams from the same state or province back to back in the playoffs? Or is this a first? Go Leafs Go!

  • @jackvaughan7540
    @jackvaughan7540 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Leafs and Cats our Teams deserve to be where we are. Two Great Teams going at each other !! This will be Great Hockey!!!

  • @petermendez6897
    @petermendez6897 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love you dangle. When they won i just had to see your reaction. I feel like you, dart man, edge, and the guy yelling into his phone have formed this Mount rushmore of epic Leaf fans.

  • @SRTifiable
    @SRTifiable ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Boston fell to the curse of the President’s Trophy and I love it 🤣

  • @bananananananaman
    @bananananananaman ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It was actually Panthers third line with Luostarinen, Lundell and Reinhart who consistently pressurised Boston and managed to score key goals in the series. Good thing they are still bit under the radar

  • @nathansharp7087
    @nathansharp7087 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I’m an oilers fan but oh my lord am I excited to see how far the leafs go. Get it done boys!

    • @upnhere8513
      @upnhere8513 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks buddy, routing for you guys too. Oilers / Leafs let's go!

    • @Scotsgirl83
      @Scotsgirl83 ปีที่แล้ว

      Leafs/Oilers final. Let's go! 🙌😂

  • @Ando2k10
    @Ando2k10 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a Pens fan, I'm, kind of, rooting for the Leafs because of former Pens Zach Aston-Reese and Sam Lafferty. That and I'm still bitter about Florida eliminating the Pens from the playoffs, way back in the 90s...
    I think that this has the potential to be a very good series.

  • @Sokol17029
    @Sokol17029 ปีที่แล้ว +57

    After yesterday horror show from Boston I sincerely hope that the Leafs are gonna win the Stanley Cup!

    • @onlydevroblox7940
      @onlydevroblox7940 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Nah the Stanley cup is in the oilers favour. First Bostons out, Second Avalanche out, third kings out, fourth tampa out. I got a good feeling oilers gonna win the cup.

    • @Anthony-wp6yu
      @Anthony-wp6yu ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@onlydevroblox7940 leafs have better depth than the oilers and better goaltending

    • @tazztower44
      @tazztower44 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@onlydevroblox7940 edmonton will do good to get past seattle

    • @onlydevroblox7940
      @onlydevroblox7940 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Anthony-wp6yu are you sure? Oilers still got campbell

    • @onlydevroblox7940
      @onlydevroblox7940 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tazztower44 stating facts right now Seattle ain’t getting past Dallas

  • @johnnyparnell81
    @johnnyparnell81 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I took Panthers in 7 for the Presidents trophy curse and believing they would have to burn out eventually plus not fully trusting the goaltending. I also took Seattle in 6 which I was off by a game on. Took them cause of the injuries on Colorado, the hype around Seattle would be immaculate and thought they would be blazing like the Golden Knights in their startup! Im pretty sure I nailed all my first series picks but never bet on them through sportsbets or work pools cause I thought I was crazy lmao.

    • @johnnyparnell81
      @johnnyparnell81 ปีที่แล้ว

      Will nail all first round picks if Rangers win**

  • @mammyb.1849
    @mammyb.1849 ปีที่แล้ว

    Steve, your delight and anticipation is written all over your face!!! We’re with ya!👍🏻

  • @dasportsfan2122
    @dasportsfan2122 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Honestly, if Holl as 1 more F up, he’s out

  • @Shr00b
    @Shr00b ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh god...the joy and excitement has been swept away. There's still hockey to play...

  • @Younginthe6ix
    @Younginthe6ix ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Wish I had it listed somewhere other than my personal friend group and my bracket entry but I had the Bruins losing the first round for at least a month

    • @bunsw2070
      @bunsw2070 ปีที่แล้ว

      With a record like that it only makes sense to started gambling on the stock market.

    • @Younginthe6ix
      @Younginthe6ix ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bunsw2070 Bruins were hardly even projected to make the playoffs at the start of the season, let alone have the best record and points in NHL history. They had no real stretch of poor hockey or record throughout the entire season so they were due for a slide. And NOBODY saw Ullmark as a Vezina calibre goalie heading into the year, and he isn't one moving forwards (he absolutely deserved it this season though). Just too many red flags leading into the playoffs

  • @tjmcmaster
    @tjmcmaster ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Making history this year steve!

  • @freetimeflip6438
    @freetimeflip6438 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hang on Baby Jesus. This is gonna get bumpy. GO LEAFS.

  • @TheMichalrusnak
    @TheMichalrusnak ปีที่แล้ว

    this is why your channel is amazing- the delivery at the end is 🔥

  • @jimbeaver27
    @jimbeaver27 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just keep Holl off the ice and Leafs will be fine, GLG

  • @abbybrick
    @abbybrick ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I'm just looking forward to watching games without being confused about which blue & white team I'm cheering for.

  • @benwatkins7217
    @benwatkins7217 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Love it Steve, best of luck to the Leafs

  • @vincezywczak
    @vincezywczak ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Montour doing what he's doing while carrying the ghost of Marc Staal deserves a ton of praise because goooooood lord man

  • @nutritionperfection
    @nutritionperfection ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nothing like taking on 2 teams from the same state in back to back rounds.

    • @everydaycarrycanada951
      @everydaycarrycanada951 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yep, if the marketing department of the league were smart they would capitalize on the city of Toronto vs the state of Florida. The battle of Florida .

    • @nutritionperfection
      @nutritionperfection ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@everydaycarrycanada951 Absolutely, just like they used to for the battle of Ontario between Toronto and Ottawa. They won't though.

  • @spuddy7011
    @spuddy7011 ปีที่แล้ว

    I remember Steves interview on Habs Talk and how defeated he sounded, to now hearing his happiness on this vid. He deserves to be this pumped!

  • @ace2585
    @ace2585 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Panthers in 4

  • @nuck97
    @nuck97 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm not necessarily a huge fan of either team, but as a Canadian, I would LOVE to see a Toronto/Edmonton Stanley Cup Final. So... go Leafs GO!!

  • @mrutherford1106
    @mrutherford1106 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Maple Leafs vs Panthers. As everybody predicted

  • @marcs9450
    @marcs9450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved the opening “look at us”. Here’s to a fantastic series. Go Panthers!

  • @worldswatchdog
    @worldswatchdog ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Panther's organization is denying Leaf fans tickets. There's bad blood already and we haven't even played game 1.That's something we can use as motivation.

    • @petsur
      @petsur ปีที่แล้ว +2

      We put up with you Canadians all winter down here. We’ve had enough!!

    • @xkanuk7190
      @xkanuk7190 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Small minds. They have no idea how many Canadians and Leaf Fans are in Florida. Take those tickets from my cold dead hands....

    • @curtisjoseph7228
      @curtisjoseph7228 ปีที่แล้ว

      But we're so polite 🍁

    • @NickRants
      @NickRants ปีที่แล้ว

      Lool have you ever seen a Florida vs leafs game? Leafs are always home even in Florida 🤣 they gotta stop them